Sports Coach - Bamber Bridge

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD courses access

Local Lancashire recruitment support

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Sports Graduate / Sports Coach Support Assistant for a primary school in Bamber Bridge, Lancashire. You will support a KS1 pupil throughout the school day, leveraging a sports background to keep them engaged and active, while working closely with the teacher on routines and behaviour management.

This long-term, full-time role offers a positive, inclusive environment, with opportunities to develop coaching and SEN-related skills while supporting

Qualifications

• Background in Sports Coaching / PE / Sports Science / Youth Activity Leadership.
• Experience coaching or working with children in sports clubs or schools.
• Patient, energetic, capable of building trust with children.
• Interest in SEN is beneficial; strong coaching skills valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a KS1 pupil throughout the school day.
• Use sports background to build rapport and incorporate active movement breaks.
• Assist the teacher with routines and behaviour management.
• Support the pupil's social interaction, confidence and resilience in class and outdoor play.

Job description

Role: 1:1 Sports Graduate / Sports Coach Support Assistant

Location: Bamber Bridge, Lancashire

Contract: Full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM)

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: 92.56+ per day (dependent on experience)

Are you an experienced Sports Coach, Sports Graduate, or Active Youth Leader looking to transition your coaching skills into a rewarding educational setting?

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with an inclusive and supportive primary school in Bamber Bridge to appoint a passionate 1:1 Support Assistant. This is a long-term, full-time role assisting a Key Stage 1 (KS1) child who benefits from a structured, active, and engaging environment.

The Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a KS1 pupil throughout the school day, helping them access the curriculum and stay engaged in learning.

• Channel your background in sports to build strong rapport, implement active movement breaks, and act as a positive role model.

• Assist the classroom teacher by implementing structured routines and supporting positive behaviour management.

• Help develop the pupil's social interaction, confidence, and resilience both inside the classroom and during outdoor play.

What We Are Looking For

• A strong background in Sports Coaching, Physical Education, Sports Science, or Youth Activity Leadership.

• Experience working with or coaching children (sports clubs, summer camps, or primary school environments).

• A patient, resilient, and high-energy personality with a natural ability to build trust and rapport.

• An interest in or prior experience with SEN (Special Educational Needs) is beneficial, but strong transferable coaching skills are highly valued.

• An enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one through Tradewind).

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive Pay: Daily rates starting from 92.56+, dependent on experience, paid weekly via PAYE.

• Professional Growth: Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, including behaviour management and SEN support strategies.

• Dedicated Support: Guidance from a personal recruitment consultant local to the Lancashire area.

• Smooth On boarding: Straightforward registration process with local support every step of the way.